Irish broadcaster and comedian shaping UK chat and radio
Claudia Winkleman has announced she is quitting The Claudia Winkleman Show after seven episodes. She says she has been too nervous to enjoy the programme, despite its high-profile guests and strong audience figures. The BBC notes gratitude for the opportunity and confirms the show will not return this season.
Finalists including Poland, Greece and Australia have progressed to the Eurovision 2026 Grand Final in Vienna. Hosts and the Eurovision “Big Four” are automatically through, while other countries compete in semi-finals. UK entry Look Mum No Computer will perform in the semi-finals, with full broadcast options available.
Bulgaria has won Eurovision 2026 in Vienna with Dara's Bangaranga, finishing on 516 points. Israel's Noam Bettan has finished second on 343 points amid protests and a five-country boycott over Israel's war in Gaza. Organisers have tightened voting rules after allegations of organised voting for Israel.
Swift and Kelce have donated a total of $26 million to 20 charities across the United States ahead of their reported Madison Square Garden wedding, including groups in New York, Kansas City, Nashville and Rhode Island. The gifts span food banks, hospitals, education and animal charities, with national organizations also receiving support. The wedding at MSG is reportedly planned for Friday, with security and venue setups underway.
The BBC’s annual salaries list shows Scott Mills as the highest-paid on-air star for 2025–26, following his sacking in March amid a police probe into historical offences. Several long-time earners have departed, while others remain and new leadership roles at radio and TV are highlighted.
Irish Oscar-winning actress Brenda Fricker has died after a period of ill health. The Dublin-born star earned an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for My Left Foot and is remembered for roles in Home Alone 2 and Casualty. Her agent paid tribute, calling her a legendary presence in film and TV.